Bikers warned to stay on track after TT visitor was fined

Bikers are being warned not to stray off the beaten track if they're looking for places to see the TT.

The government says a TT visitor was fined by police after a farmer contacted rangers to tell them a rider was in an Area of Special Scientific Interest in the Island's central hills.

Motorbikes are only allowed on green lanes and greenway roads to avoid disturbing ground-nesting birds and destroying peat habitats.

Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Clare Barber MHK says riders should be responsible.